Nissan recalls 120K vehicles; fluid leaks can cause fires

The recall covers certain 2015 to 2017 Murano SUVs and 2016 to 2017 Maxima sedans that are equipped with intelligent cruise control. Also included are some 2015 and 2016 Murano hybrids.

Nissan said it found out about the problem after getting a report of a fire in a 2016 Maxima on June 7.

The company says that in some cases, owners should park their vehicles outside until they are repaired. However, most of the minivans were either still being shipped or still at dealerships around the USA and only roughly 600 had been delivered to customers, according to Reuters.

The Problem: The antilock braking system's actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal electrical circuit board, resulting in an electrical short and increasing the risk of a fire.

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The Japanese company said it knew of one minivan short circuiting and causing a small fire under its hood. If this occurs, owners should not drive the vehicle, but park it outdoors away from other vehicles or structures. They also should contact Nissan Roadside Assistance to have vehicle towed in for service. Owners will be sent a recall letter immediately and then a second letter once parts are available.

Ford is adding about 1.5 million cars, SUVs and vans to a recall for doors that can pop open while the vehicles are moving. The brake actuator pump will be replaced for free at the dealership.

Back in April, Nissan recalled more than 3.5 million vehicles across the globe, including 3.2 million in the US, over worries the airbags wouldn't work in the event of a crash.


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